Become a floral expert. If you are struggling to find a floral design experience so you can learn to create beautiful floral designs...the flower classroom is your floral education destination.
I give you the hands on tools to achieve amazingly BEAUTIFUL floral designs.
I provide: quality content+quality flowers+quality design skills=floral artist.

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Floral Classes by appointment

Floral Design classes by appointment

Consumer Bunch Floral Design Class

Learn to create a beautiful round design in water. We cover the principals and elements of design, color theory, the care and handling of flowers for longevity+ so much more! All in 2.5 hours of FLOWER FUN����

Everything is included, you bring the creative spirit, and a friend. And go home with an AMAZING floral design.

Class size: 2 students. $95 each

daytime 10-6pm

evenings 6:30-9pm begin April 6, 2020

Have a different topic you are interested in learning more about....Contact me for pricing and set your appointment.

I am looking forward to meeting you in the classroom and sharing my floral passion and knowledge with you!! I love to learn new things....Hope you do too!!

Thursday, April 18, 2019

What are the students Thinking??

As Students finish the 12 day Explore Floral Design Class I ask them to evaluate the classroom and myself to make improvements on my teaching and the classroom itself.

Here are a few comments:

Please tell me about your experience
The class was a challenge for me. I learned a lot of elements about design that I was unaware of. I will never be able to look at a flower arrangement the same way again. The class pushed me to try new things and improve my techniques. I think my skill level was improved so my flower arrangements look better.

I enjoyed the Flower Classroom course very much. I was not sure what to expect, but was challenged to learn new skills and to once again start using skills I learned in the past. The course was very well organized, our classroom was always prepared and was a pleasant place to be, and we were given excellent tools and flowers to work with. I was pleased that this wasn't just a workshop, but a true class where we were critiqued, but were also encouraged to do better, learn more and keep trying. It wasn't always easy and was at times frustrating, but I felt good about the designs I made each day knowing that we were being taught not only to make attractive designs, but designs that would actually sell in a flower shop. It was a great idea to have us take photographs of each of our designs. I have already referred to them and the design " recipes" we wrote several times since the class. The many resources shared with me are very valuable as well.

Did the class hit the mark for you?
It hit the mark. I learned a lot. I want to learn more!

I truly enjoyed the class. I looked forward to the class each day and was sad when it was over.

Did the cost of class = the value?
The class was worth every penny! In fact we received so many items from Christina that we were amazed by what was offered to us as part of the class.

I was not sure about this at first, and even questioned it, but after seeing the tools and flowers we were provided with, and after quickly learning that Christina is very skilled in her profession, I know that the money spent was a great value to me in exchange for all that I learned and all the resources made available to me.

What was the best day of class for you? Tell me more.....
I especially enjoyed the day we visited the wholesaler store, and doing this at the end of class was a very good choice. By then I had learned about tools, supplies and flowers enough to see all the options available to me and see the whole process at work. After reviewing the photographs I took I would say the best design day was day 4 when we made arrangements after learning the basic types and forms and could apply a lot of what we'd learned. I was a confidence building day! I also really liked making the corsages, boutonnieres and jewelry.

I really enjoyed learning how to make a European hand tied bouquet.

What was the most challenging day of class? Tell me more....
I struggled with the asymmetrical arrangements, but by day tow it got a little easier for me.

Day eight when we made the bridal bouquets with the"egg". The procedure was difficult, time consuming, and I wasn't pleased with my end results. I was also disappointed we didn't have time to make a design using the round pillow form. I would have rather made one design with the egg and one with the round pillow than two (frustrating!) Bouquets using the "egg".

These comments from Students help me to learn to be a better teacher and make improvements to the daily design schedule as we move into and thru design forms.Thank you for all this information! I truly enjoyed meeting you both and sharing my floral passion and knowledge with you both!!See you in another class soon....

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Raves & Reviews

I was looking for a refresher floral design class, where I could build on the skills I learned years ago and learn new skills, and that’s exactly what I found. Christina is a talented and knowledgeable floral artist and instructor who presents a well prepared curriculum. I was pleased with the abundance and variety of flowers we were given to work with, the tools we were given and the pleasantness of the classroom. The 12 day class I took is not an easy workshop style course. I was challenged and at times discouraged, but I learned so much and was delighted with many of the designs I was able to make with Christina’s instruction and guidance. She won’t let you off easy, and even asked a classmate to throw her design in the trash and start over(!) but I liked that, because I was there to learn and learn I did! She sometimes questioned my choices and placements when I was headed the wrong directions with a design but she didn’t give up on me or my designs. I also learned a great deal about the marketing and business side of the profession. I believe with hard work and ongoing practice this class could prepare a student like me to work in the floral industry. I have gained a connection with a world-known floral artist who is willing to offer ideas and advice in the future. I have benefited greatly from the resources Christina shared with us in the form of websites, email lists, floral design books and connections with wholesale houses. I would love to go back someday and take some of the specialized design classes she offers. The class was worth my time, effort and money. I would highly recommend it. Receiving my completion certificate at the end was very rewarding for me!

The flower classroom is a place to study serious floral design in a fun relaxed atmosphere. It is for those who want to become a professional florist to for those who just want to improve their designs for personal use. Tammy Ivy

Dear Miss Tina, I would like to tell you how much I enjoyed your class. It was such a wonderful experience. I had looked for such a long time to find a class where I could learn more about floral design. I could not have imagined a class such as yours! From flower processing to design elements; your teaching style allowed me to learn and understand so much more about this creative field. I am forever thankful to you. You have given me a great deal of insight into the floral industry, and opened my eyes to endless possibilities for myself. Thank you for sharing your gifts with others! Sincerely, Errica Parsons

Learning from Christina has been so helpful in so many ways. She is very willing to give good advice in order to help you achieve whatever your floral dream might be. After taking the 12 day basic floral design class I am happy to continue to invest in myself and take her 5 day advanced class also. At the end of the day, you go home with beautiful floral designs that you are also proud enough to give away. I feel blessed to have found her. Vicki Gayle

Anyone wanting to learn about floral design should enroll in the "explore floral design" series of classes. Christina's "Explore Floral Design " classes cover every aspect of floral design from the proper handling of fresh floral materials, the materials used in floral design,color and design theory,the mechanics of floral design as well as the "business of floral design. The course content is well organized. The studio setting is pleasant with more than adequate space and equipment. Christina supplies the clases with a wide variety of materials for studetn use. Group instruction is enhanced with a one-on-one guidance as needed. If you have an interest in floral design, you'll be glad you enrolled. Beth Ball

Christina knows flowers and the flower business! At the flower classroom she will teach you in an easy, laid back and practical style. Lee Ann

Christina I can't thank you enough for this wonderful experience with you at the flower classroom. I have grown so much professionally. I feel like a butterfly with new wings. :) I would love to continue to work with you and learn from you. You are the best! Lee Ann

Christina is an amazing instructor! What makes a great instructor? Competence in the subject , ingenuity & creativity, the ability to understand & work with people, the desire to share,give time & effort to support others in achieving high level skills. This defines Christina and the experience you will have as a student in her classroom's explore floral design class. Knowing nothing about handling fresh cut flowers,however I graduated after 10 weeks with a well-informed knowledge base, hours of practice at a newly acquired skill and a mentor for life!! Thank you, Christina from Sheryl Ewert (student)

Groupon/Awesome class. Will sign up for the next one soon!

Groupon/Great experience!

Groupon/It was worth the money just to take home your own arrangement of beautiful flowers.

Groupon/Christina M. Burton AIFD is an amazing instructor. Would consider further classes at flower classroom.

Groupon/Had a wonderful time with Christina, she is a great teacher and explains the art of arranging so I could understand. We all after her instructions were able to complete a beautiful bouquet to take home.

Groupon/The class was so educational and entertaining. Only 6 people can attend each session so you get hands on attention and instruction. The owner is very nice and is a great teacher. The project you leave with is beautiful.

Explore Floral Design class is a great way to learn the basics of floral design. Christina is an amazing teacher. I loved this class and am looking forward to taking her advanced classes. Shaina Jo Maag

Explore Floral Design class was wonderful. If you want to learn about designing flowers this class is a must. Christina breaks the content up into very managable pieces & continues to give suggestions on techniques to embelish your design. In the course you are exposed to all the greens and flowers that exist in the current market. Step out of the box and explore flower design. You will enjoy the class, Joyce Mc Mahon

What an exciting class. If you love flowers you will love this class and you will learn how to design flower arrangements. Christina is very helpful in showing you the "how to" to make beautiful flower arrangements that will please you and your friends. (explore floral design class) Mary Lou Heine

Christina, Thank you so much for being a part of this years Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Campaign. It's support like yours that makes our fight against blood cancers possible! The flowers were so beautiful!! Thanks again, Matt Seithel & Staff Man & Woman of the Year Event

I loved the Flower Classroom! I learned so much & had so much fun. She taught so many different designs and helped me understand deeper into the designs and that you can do so much with your designs. The class is above and beyond, I loved how many arrangments I took home with a vast array of flowers in them. Meagan McGarrah

Great Experience!! We were able to design with a wide selection of beautiful flowers, awesome opportunity. I'm very visual & loved watching you deign in demos to show how to add creative touches and take our design a step above. I learned much more than basic design, Thank you!! Cindy Heckman

Groupon/ The class was wonderful. I signed up with my mom and a friend with the intent of a ladies night out. The class was well structured, the establishment was very clean and the teacher was fantastic. I couldn't have asked for anything more.

Groupon/ Really enjoyed the class and would definitely visit the Flower Classroom again.

Groupon/ It was a wonderful class!! I had alot of fun, learned alot, and it ignited a desire to do more with FLOWERS.

Groupon/ Truly enjoyed my experience, learned much, and came home to redo my existing flower arrangements!! Definitely recommend the Classroom and the instructor!!